Forum, Jul. 26, 1976

That "Birthday Issue" [July 5] was a real bracer. Thanks! I needed that.
Uncle Sam is durable. Growing pains? Yes. Mistakes? Perhaps. But no
other nation on the face of the earth has offered so much to so many
who had so little.

Albert Forslev Mount Prospect, Ill.

And after the big bash is over, what happens next? 1977 looks to be
filled with red, white and blue garage sales.

Mark W. Schwartz White Bear Lake, Minn.

Congratulations to big beautiful America on your birthday. May you
continue...